Science
We’ll explore ideas that cross disciplines. We’ll challenge you to think critically and form opinions. And we’ll help you see how science relates to your world.
Our curriculum is not just about foundational work in the major disciplines (chemistry and biology). It’s a journey that takes off into exciting areas such as robotics and engineering, astronomy and geology, and animal evolution. We offer honors level courses in chemistry, biology, physics and anatomy, and advanced placement courses in biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics and psychology. Our Signature Experience in Research Science (STEM-EXP) allows you to dive deeply into a particular area of science and discover what it really means to become an expert in a field of study.
We believe in learning by doing. The laboratory experience is not just a part of our courses; it’s a vital and integrated component. Here, you’ll learn to interpret data, construct hypotheses, use traditional and computer-based equipment and write clear and persuasive lab reports. These practical skills are not just for the classroom but for life.

Science Course Offerings
- Animal Evolution and Comparative Anatomy
- AP Biology
- AP Chemistry
- AP Environmental Science
- AP Physics C
- AP Psychology
- Astrophysics
- Biology
- Causes of Climate Change
- Chemistry
- Digital Fabrication
- Engineering Design I – Robotics
- Engineering Design II – Robotics
- Food Science
- Honors Biology
- Honors Chemistry
- Honors Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Honors Physics
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Marine Science
- Organic Chemistry
- Physics
- Physics: Mechanics
- Psychology
- Robotics
- Topics in College Chemistry
Chart your course
The possibilities are (almost) endless. Download the Science Curriculum Pathway to guide your academic journey from beginning to end.
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OUR FACULTY

Jennifer Morgan
Head Coach, Junior Varsity Cross Country
M.A., Saint Peter’s University

Nicole Blank
Assistant Coach, Varsity Swimming
B.S., Florida State University

Kevin Brown
Director of Summer School
M.S., University of London

Madeleine Cozine
M.S., Yale University
J.D., Villanova University

Sarah Crider-Venanzi
Science Teacher
Assistant Coach, Boys Junior Varsity Basketball
Ph.D., Duke University

Patrick Diehl
M.S., University of Virginia
Ph.D., Arizona State University

Nancy Diehl
M.S., University of North Texas
Ph.D., University of North Texas

Kimberly Felong
A.B., Middlesex County College

Karolina Fraczkowska
M.S., Rutgers University

Desmond Frost
DEI Events and Logistics Coordinator
Head Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Tennis
M.Ed., George Mason University

Shani Peretz
Science Teacher
Director of STEM EXP Signature Experience

Jordi Serrato
Head Coach, Boys Junior Varsity Tennis and Assistant Coach, Girls Junior Varsity Soccer
B.S., UNAM

Joshua Sham
Signature Program Coordinator
Peddie Summer Academy Director
Assistant Coach, Boys Cross Country and Outdoor Track and Field
B.S., SUNY Buffalo

Julie Sheldon
Science Teacher
Head Coach, Girls Varsity Field Hockey
M.Ed., Temple University

Michael Stewart
Assistant Coach, Wrestling

Robert Tackett
Science Teacher

Jennifer Terhaar
M.Ed., Rutgers University
M.S., Rutgers University

Vincent Zheng
Assistant Coach, Boys Thirds Basketball
Ph.D., Princeton University